1998 Mercury Tracer

$7,998
from
1
listings
$8K–$8K
price range
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Avg Mileage75,000 mi

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Mercury Tracer Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 51 complaints, the 1998 Mercury Tracer rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
51
Complaints
3
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Mercury Tracer's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 51 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension10
02Electrical System8
03Engine And Engine Cooling7
04Air Bags5
05Power Train2
51 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercury Tracer Fuel Economy

25–28mpg combined
·
22-24city
·
31-34hwy
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$1,550-$1,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 1998 Mercury Tracer ranges from 25 to 28 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Tracer - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Tracer Wagon - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Tracer - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Tracer Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 Mercury Tracer

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1998 Mercury Tracer: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1998 Mercury Tracer a good car to buy?

The 1998 Mercury Tracer has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report suspension as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Mercury Tracer?

Depending on configuration, the 1998 Mercury Tracer delivers 25–28 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 1998 Mercury Tracer?

Out of 51 owner complaints, suspension issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other Mercury Tracer years?

Each Mercury Tracer model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Mercury Tracer overview page.

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